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Cash offer startup Accept.inc raises 90M in debt and equity

Housing Wire

Similar to iBuying firm Opendoor , startup Ribbon and a host of other new companies, Accept.inc provides cash to buyers so they can submit a competitive offer, or buy a new property prior to selling their existing home. The home is then sold back to the buyer at the same price that it was purchased for.

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Nearly 40 housing tech firms make the 2023 Inc. 5000 list

Housing Wire

469 LoanStar Technologies 1,241% 2016 Enabling lenders to connect and lend to customers who are traditionally underbanked or unbanked. 497 BOSSCAT 1,175% 2018 Digitizing home inspection data to create instant repair estimates for homeowners and real estate professionals. 4,105 FirstCloseFirstclose. 4,105 FirstCloseFirstclose.

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9 Home-Buying Costs Veterans and Active Military Should Keep in Mind

Realtor

Veterans United Home Loans 2016 For veterans and active military, VA loans are a great way to achieve the dream of homeownership. The good news is that buyers don’t have to go in blindly: Your VA loan-savvy real estate agent will be your ally in helping you estimate the costs you will need throughout the process, no matter where you live.

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9 Home-Buying Costs Veterans and Active Military Should Keep in Mind

Realtor

Veterans United Home Loans 2016 For veterans and active military, VA loans are a great way to achieve the dream of homeownership. The good news is that buyers don’t have to go in blindly: Your VA loan-savvy real estate agent will be your ally in helping you estimate the costs you will need throughout the process, no matter where you live.

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Do I really need an appraisal?

Padove Appraisal Service

A current program to eliminate use of appraisals in mortgage lending was introduced in 2016 by the Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA, or commonly referred to as Fannie Mae). The current Fannie Mae program began on a limited basis for mortgage refinance transactions only, and under the name of Property Inspection Waiver (PIW).

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Students chose the school for its offering of live instruction classes for salespersons, brokers, appraisers, mortgage, and home inspection courses at various locations and convenient times, including weekend classes. After the class, you will receive the certificate for each state to renew both states’ licenses. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5

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Buying a Home? Plan for These Hidden Costs

Zillow

Be prepared for additional - and often unexpected - home-buying costs that can catch buyers unaware and quickly leave you underwater on your new home. Related: Insurance FAQs for First-Time Home Buyers. The Huge Risk Home Buyers Take When They Waive Inspections. Originally published August 2016.